Comic book writer/graphic novelist Drew Edwards will be teaching the tricks of his trade in a workshop series starting at 6 p.m. today at Cheesecake and Crime, 10545 S. Eastern Ave., Suite No. 100. Classes will continue every Tuesday for six weeks. The fee of $65 includes three graphic novels. Visit www.cheesecakeandcrime, call 629-5523 or e-mail at drew@cheesecakeandcrime.com.
LEARN THE SCIENCE OF SCREENWRITING AT EVENT
Dan Decker, screenwriter and author of "Anatomy of a Screenplay," plans to conduct a seminar on screenwriting at 10 a.m. Friday at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. For more information, call 507-3459.
'ACTIVE CHRISTIANITY' SIGNING SET
Joyce Ray is set to sign her book "Active Christianity" at 2 p.m. Saturday at the 8915 W. Charleston Blvd. Barnes & Noble.
HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR TO VISIT
Frederic J. Kakis will share the tale of how his Jewish family survived the German occupation of Greece during WWII at a booksigning starting at noon on Saturday at the 3860 Maryland Parkway Barnes & Noble.
"Legacy of Courage: The Story of a WWII Family Who Refused to Submit" now is in its second printing.
For more information about the book or Kakis, visit survivingthe holocaust.com.
CARR CHAT SERIES HOSTS CONVERSATIONS WITH WRITERS
Local writer Robyn Carr hosts conversations with visiting authors as part of the Carr Chat series sponsored by the Henderson Public Libraries. Book signings follow each chat and most events are free and open to the public.
Upcoming events are set to feature David Rosenfelt, 7 p.m. Sept. 18; and Linda Lael Miller, noon Oct. 3, Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. For more information, call 492-6584 or e-mail organizers at carrchat@hdpl.org.
LIBRARY TEAMS WITH AQUARIUM TO PROMOTE CARD SIGNUPS
The Clark County Library plans to celebrate National Library Card Sign-Up Month through a partnership with the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay.
Sign up for a free library card now through Sept. 30 for a chance to win a birthday party for 35 guests at Shark Reef. Existing cardholders receive a $6 discount off the regular price of an adult admission or a $4 discount off the price of a regular child's admission at Shark Reef.
AUTHOR TO BE JOINED AT SIGNING BY QUEEN OF THE PIANO
Gary Tannus Nassif is set to sign copies of his book "Stop Crying and Listen to the Music," with special guest Mafalda "The Queen of Piano," 7 p.m. Sept. 14 at the 567 N. Stephanie St. Barnes & Noble.
Nassif's book tells of his life's challenges overcoming stuttering and self-esteem issues to make a career in singing.
Stephen Grogan plans a return trip to Cheesecake and Crime, 10545 S. Eastern Ave., Suite No. 100, to celebrate the six-month anniversary of his mystery crime novel "Vegas Die." Grogan's appearance is set for 6:30 p.m. Sept. 17.
WORKSHOP TO PROVIDE TIPS ON WRITING FOR TOTS TO TEENS
The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators plan to host a one-day workshop for anyone interested in writing for kids on Oct. 18 at the College of Southern Nevada Charleston campus.
Workshop participants scheduled include Abigail Samoun, a project editor at Tricycle Press; Ellen Hopkins, a New York Times bestselling young adult fiction author; Michelle Parker-Rock, a non-fiction children's writer; and Linda Joy Singleton, a juvenile series author.
Cost is $90 for Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators members, $95 for non-members. Registration starts at 8:45 a.m. Pre-registration is recommended. Manuscript critiques and portfolio reviews also will be offered.
For more information, contact Ann Kimbrough at annkimbrough@cox.net or call 269-1715, or visit the SCBWI Nevada Web site at www.nevadascbwi.org.
AUTHOR IS REGULAR AT AIRPORT
Just about every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., readers can catch William Slick Hanner, co-author of "Thief! The Gutsy, True Story of an Ex-con Artist," signing books at the McCarran International Airport Borders. For information about the book, visit Thieftruestory.com.
MIC IS OPEN ON THURSDAYS
Writers, poets and acoustic musicians are welcome to perform their works during open mic nights starting at 7 p.m. every Thursday at Cheesecake and Crime, 10545 S. Eastern Ave., Suite No. 100.
BLACK MOUNTAIN INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES 2008 SCHEDULE
The Black Mountain Institute has a full slate of author presentations planned for 2008, starting with National Book Award-winner Joyce Carol Oates, who is set to speak to the public, 7 p.m. Oct. 18, at the UNLV Student Union Ballroom.
For more information, visit blackmountain.unlv.edu or call 895-5542.
CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS AMONG CHILDREN'S BOOKS
The NeverEnding Story children's bookshop, 9440 W. Sahara Ave., No. 120, now offers birthday parties.
Parents can select the do-it-yourself option, with room rental only, or they can go all out with a hosted theme party, which can include decorations, storytime, dancing and crafts.
Prices begin at $50 for the do-it-yourself option and $150 for a hosted party.
For details, call 869-8943.
BOOK FESTIVAL PUTS OUT CALL FOR LOCAL AUTHORS
The Vegas Valley Book Festival isn't until Nov. 6-8, but organizers are already taking applications from writers interested in participating in the Nov. 8 Local Author's Expo downtown at the Fifth Street School. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the school's gallery space will be packed with tables for authors to present books. Exhibit space is free, but limited, and the deadline to apply is Sept. 1.
In addition to locals, big-name festival presenters for this year include Neil Gaiman and Michael Chabon. For more information, visit www.artslasvegas.org/vvbf or call 229-5431.Poetry served up Once weekly at reJAVAnate
The ReJAVAnate coffee house hosts live poetry performances from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays.
Some of the selections are intense and not intended for all ages. The shop is located at 3300 E. Flamingo Road, No. 23. Call 253-7721 for more information.
BOOKSTORE OFFERS WRITERS GROUP ON WEDNESDAYS
Borders bookstore, has a writers group at 7 p.m. Wednesdays, 2190 N. Rainbow Blvd.
LEARN MORE ABOUT AREA AUTHORS
Authors are invited to share information with readers and other writers at the 18Q Web site, www.eighteenquestions. com.
Surveys are posted on the Web site and sent out as part of The Fabulist Flash, a weekly eZine.
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